City of Seligman

This document outlines the framework for the City Plan of Seligman, Missouri, detailing the establishment, composition, and duties of the Planning and Zoning Commission. It covers procedures for adopting and implementing the City Plan, which encompasses physical development, land use, and zoning regulations. Key areas include the general location and character of public ways, utilities, and blighted district re-planning, alongside a Zoning Plan for regulating structures and population density. The plan also specifies minimum requirements for subdivisions related to sewer, water, and streets, aiming to guide coordinated development and promote the general welfare, efficiency, and economy of the city.

This Water System Engineering Report updates the City of Seligman's infrastructure and operations to reflect current conditions and meet projected water demands through 2045. It summarizes existing facilities, historical water usage, and future customer growth, proposing significant improvements across water supply, treatment, storage, and distribution. The report aims to enhance the system's ability to meet current and future water demands, provide opinions of probable costs, and establish an implementation schedule to accommodate project financing.

The meeting included discussions and actions on various topics such as appointing special counsel, mayor compensation, conflicts of interest ordinance, sunshine law policy, and video conferencing policy. Department reports were reviewed, covering city hall operations, financial status, police department activities, and public works projects. Unfinished business included the appointment of a Mayor Pro Tem. New business involved presenting and discussing election results, administering oaths of office, and discussions regarding the Chief of Police appointment and city code accessibility. An employee complaints/grievance was reviewed, and a motion to proceed with articles of impeachment was discussed. The meeting also covered financial matters, including unpaid bills and adjustments, and an ordinance to appoint special counsel.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. A video conference policy was discussed, and updates were made to the municipal code regarding zoning regulations, specifically the addition of Recreational Vehicle Parks as a permitted use in the "C-2" General Commercial District. The board also considered a resolution to approve the 2025 financial statement for publication and authorized the Mayor to enter into a bilateral compliance agreement with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources for the Seligman Public Water System. Reports were presented from City Hall, the Police Department, and Public Works, covering financial updates, police activities, and recent repairs and work reports.

The meeting included discussion on the 2024 Audit Report, presented by Decker & Pace. The board discussed the Mayor's additional hours and compensation, which led to a debate on the legality of the vote and pay scale. There was also a discussion on the Video Conference Policy drafted by Lauber Municipal Law. The City Hall, Police Department, and Public Works reports were reviewed. Alderman Lamb and Alderman Pratt presented their resignations, but Alderman Pratt agreed to stay until a replacement could be found.